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Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund
Supports Yellowknife students in post-secondary and trades education
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 4,000
Deadline
July 31, 2025
Location
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Who can apply
Individuals who are residents of Yellowknife for at least twelve consecutive months
See full eligibility
Overview
Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund (Student Award) offers $4,000 to Yellowknife residents who have lived there for at least twelve consecutive months and are pursuing post-secondary or trades education. It supports studies in any field, with preference for applicants in trades or 2-year college diplomas.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Yellowknife
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pursuing post-secondary or trades education in any field.
Documents Needed
- Proof of acceptance or proof of enrolment
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals who are residents of Yellowknife for at least twelve consecutive months
- Individuals pursuing post-secondary or trades education in any field
Who is not eligible
- Individuals who are merely interested in the field of study
- Individuals whose field of study is outside their primary program of study
Selection criteria
- Preference is given to applicants pursuing trades or 2-year college diplomas.
How to apply
- Create a profile on the scholarship application portal.
- Complete the eligibility quiz.
- Submit an application for the student award through the portal.
Processing and Agreement
- All applications are reviewed only after 31 May at 11.59pm MST.
- Yellowknife Community Foundation staff and Student Awards Review Committee members conduct due diligence checks on all applications in June and July.
- You may be contacted with questions about your application during the review process.
- Applicants are notified in Mid to Late July, regardless of funding decision.
Additional information
- The student award is only available in even-numbered years.
- Mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted barring extreme circumstances.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund Program
What is the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund?
Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund (Student Award) offers $4,000 to Yellowknife residents who have lived there for at least twelve consecutive months and are pursuing post-secondary or trades education. It supports studies in any field, with preference for applicants in trades or 2-year college diplomas.
How much funding can be received?
Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund program?
To be eligible for the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund program, you must:
Residents of Yellowknife for at least twelve consecutive months
Pursuing post-secondary or trades education in any field
What expenses are eligible under Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund?
Pursuing post-secondary or trades education in any field.
Who can I contact for more information about the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund?
You can contact Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) by email at grants@ykcf.ca or by phone at 867-446-4527.
Where is the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund available?
The Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Luke Charpentier Memorial Fund is a Grant and Funding